outcomes (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈaʊtkʌmz/
Definition
The results or effects of an action, situation, or event.
Examples
The study examined the long-term outcomes of the treatment.
We need to consider the potential outcomes before making a decision.
The economic outcomes of the policy change were widely debated.
How to Use outcomes
- outcomes of (prepositional phrase)
- The results that follow from a specific action, situation, or event. — "The outcomes of the election will affect the country's future."
- desired outcomes (collocation)
- The results that someone wants to achieve. — "The project plan clearly defined the desired outcomes."
- positive outcomes (collocation)
- Favorable or good results. — "The charity event had many positive outcomes for the community."
- negative outcomes (collocation)
- Unfavorable or bad results. — "The medication can have negative outcomes if not taken correctly."
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